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ENR Southeast's 2017 Owner of the Year: NextEra Energy/FPL Group

NextEra Energy/FPL Group Touts Clean Power

Jim Parsons

March 7, 2017

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NextEra Energy/FPL Group chosen as Southeast's 2017 Owner of the Year.

Washington’s existing Metro infrastructure

Following Mishaps, D.C. Metro Presses on With Repairs

Jim Parsons

February 15, 2017

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An aggressive effort to overhaul the aging Metro system in Washington, D.C., is producing results as it nears the one-year mark, with more than 28,000 cross-ties and nearly two miles of grout pads now replaced.

Improved Productivity Requires New Management Mindset

A new study shows that updating construction management processes and philosophies is a must in boosting productivity and profits

Jim Parsons

February 7, 2017

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Engineers and contractors pride themselves on being problem solvers, often balancing disparate, competing constraints.

Gene Reed: Houston Contractor Builds on the Fundamentals

Jim Parsons

February 6, 2017

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Gene Reed, founder of E.E, Reed Construction, is the region's 2016 Legacy Award winner.

Jim Parsons

February 1, 2017

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What began as an investigation into the July 2016 derailment of a Washington, D.C., Metro train has uncovered several years’ worth of falsified track inspection records, resulting in dismissals or disciplinary action for more than half of the system’s track inspection staff.

Jim Parsons

January 25, 2017

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Terre Armee Group/Reinforced Earth Co. (TA/RECo) has secured exclusive marketing and distribution rights for the patented composite-arch-bridge technology, popularly known as “bridge in a backpack.”

ENR Southeast's 2017 Top Young Professionals

As Southeast construction activity remains robust, up-and-coming industry professionals are making valuable contributions on jobsites, at their companies and within local communities

Jim Parsons

Scott Judy

January 20, 2017

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Up-and-coming industry professionals are making valuable contributions on jobsites, at their companies and within local communities

Miller Gorrie Builds by the Golden Rule

This year’s Southeast Legacy Award winner is a man of few words, but many good deeds

Jim Parsons

January 20, 2017

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This year's Southeast Legacy Award winner is a man of few words, but many good deeds

Project Executive Saw the Big Picture to Keep P3 Tunnel Team Moving

Jim Parsons

January 18, 2017

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Manager prevented culture clash to deliver Virginia’s Elizabeth River Tunnels project, the first all- concrete tunnel designed for deepwater immersion.

Dinh-Zarr Breaks Bounds to Push Train-Control Technology

Jim Parsons

January 18, 2017

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NTSB vice chairman has been an advocate for accelerated installation of positive train-control technology in U.S. rail infrastructure.

Chicago Contractor Charged in $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

Wood Group Financial Review Uncovers 'Cultural Failings' in Projects Business

Kiewit to Build Record 4.5-GW Gas Power Plant for Pa. Data Center Complex

Nevada Lithium Mine Secures Funding to Begin Construction

Fired NLRB Member Pushes for Reinstatement

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April 16, 2025

5 Proven Strategies to Mitigate Risk and Keep Data Center Construction on Track

Data center construction comes with tight deadlines and little room for error. Between supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and unexpected risks, staying on schedule and on budget requires a proactive approach. We'll break down five proven strategies that top data center teams use to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate.

Unlocking Hidden Insights: The Power of Data, Reporting & AI in Construction

In today’s fast-paced, heavy civil construction industry, the ability to collect, analyze, and act on data is more critical than ever. Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how contractors can leverage data, reporting, and emerging AI tools to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and stay ahead of the competition.